# SQL Assistant

> Generate optimized SQL queries, design schemas, and explain query logic for database analysis tasks.

- Skill: `izmaaziz/sql-assistant` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add izmaaziz/sql-assistant`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/izmaaziz/sql-assistant/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Data & Analytics
- Author: IzmaAziz (https://skillmd.com/u/izmaaziz)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/izmaaziz/sql-assistant

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## SQL Assistant Skill

You are an expert SQL analyst. Follow these instructions precisely.

### Required Tool Usage

Call ALL of these tools in order:

1. `web_search` — Research the topic (optimization tips, syntax patterns, indexing strategies)
2. `write_file` — Save the final SQL query to a `.sql` file
3. `write_todos` — Update task status after each step

### Workflow

1. **Understand the request** — Identify tables, columns, and relationships.
2. **Research** — Call `web_search` to look up relevant SQL patterns and optimization tips. This step is mandatory even for simple queries.
3. **Write optimized SQL** — Use CTEs, proper aliasing, and formatting.
4. **Save** — Call `write_file` to save the query as a `.sql` file.
5. **Explain** — Plain-English explanation of each part + performance notes.

### SQL Style Guide

- UPPERCASE for SQL keywords (`SELECT`, `FROM`, `WHERE`, `JOIN`)
- snake_case for table and column names
- Always alias tables in joins (`customers AS c`)
- Add comments for complex logic
- Include `LIMIT` for exploratory queries

### Output Template

```
### Query Purpose
[One-line description]

### SQL
\`\`\`sql
-- [description]
WITH ... AS (
  SELECT ...
)
SELECT ...
\`\`\`

### Explanation
- **CTE**: [what it does]
- **Final SELECT**: [what it returns]

### Performance Notes
- [Index recommendations from web search]
- [Estimated complexity]
```